Interim Strategic Director of Finance and S151 officer

I am working with a Public Sector Organisation in the Isle of Wight who are looking for an Interim Strategic Director of Finance and S151 Officer. The role is part time (3 days a week) and paying 900 umbrella per day (inside IR35)Whilst some work will be able to be carried out remotely in an agile way, the nature of this role (Section 151) requires in person attendance at meetings on the Isle of Wight so the successful candidate should expect to spend significant time here. Job Purpose: To provide strategic leadership and oversight of the councils finance function, ensuring financial stewardship, robust governance, financial resilience and value for money in all council activities. As the designated Section 151 officer, ensure the discharge of statutory responsibilities for the proper administration of the councils financial affairs, including pensions, as the council is a pension administering authority for its LGPS fund. Deputise for the chief executive, assuming full responsibilities of head of paid service in their absence, including organisational leadership and emergency decision making. To play a key role in the overall leadership of the organisation, working collaboratively with Members and partners and serving as an ambassador for the island while fostering a higher-performing, motivated and engaged workforce committed to service excellence. The candidate will need to lead on: Financial policy, strategy and managementAll duties as the Council''s statutory Section ..... full job details .....